STRONG-PD: Support Through Remote Observation And Nutrition Guidance (STRONG) Program For Cancer Patients With Peritoneal Disease
Summary
The purpose of the study is to assess the feasibility and participant satisfaction with the Support through Remote Observation and Nutrition Guidance (STRONG) program. The program provides nutrition support for participants living with gastrointestinal cancer who are receiving chemotherapy and surgical treatment.
Objective
Aim 1: Assess the feasibility, acceptability, and usability of remote malnutrition monitoring among cancer patients with peritoneal disease initiating CRS-HIPEC.
Aim 2: Collect pilot data on malnutrition (weight, BMI, muscle mass), malnutrition-related symptom burden, quality of life and treatment outcomes among cancer patients with peritoneal disease initiating CRS-HIPEC
Documented or observable psychiatric or neurological disorder that would interfere with study participation (e.g., psychosis, active substance abuse)
Undergoing concurrent treatment for a secondary primary cancer
Receipt of parenteral or enteral nutrition after surgery
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